Was It Rachel Or Monica Who Said These Iconic FRIENDS Quotes?
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When the Friends sitcom was first released in 1994, no one could have guessed how successful it would become with television audiences. There was something seriously magical about the cast of characters and the chemistry they had with one another and the storyline regarding all of the characters had an amazing ability to engage with audiences. While everyone seemed to have their own favorite characters, Monica Geller and Rachel Green garnered the biggest fan base amongst the majority of fans. People loved seeing the neurotic side of Monica and the way she tried to be the best version of herself at all times and Rachel garnered fans through her on-again/off-again relationship with Ross. Yet, it wasn't just her relationship issues with Ross that helped people to gravitate towards her character.
Showrunners couldn't have chosen better casting when they put Courteney Cox and Jennifer Aniston to play the roles of Monica Geller and Rachel Green. The chemistry between these two actresses helped to really bring their TV friendship off of the small screen and they were often photographed together when they weren't filming the series. They maintained a real-life friendship outside of the show and each episode showed just how well their true friendship helped to bring their character roles to fruition. While you may think you know everything there is about these two characters, it's interesting how difficult it can be to recall which of the characters actually said some of the most infamous quotes from the series. Test your Friends knowledge and see if you can recall some of these character quotes from this beloved series.
Was it Monica or Rachel that made this statement?
Both Monica Geller and Rachel Green have had their neurotic moments on the Friends series, especially since both of them have had a number of different relationships during their run on the show. This particular quote was taken when one of these characters left a voicemail message and stated, "I'm breezy!" Yet, when she told the rest of the gang about her statement, she rethought whether or not it was the best move to say it on the voicemail. The gang confirmed that saying that she was breezy pretty much negated her statement and made her actually sound needy and neurotic. The entire episode seemed to be focused on the character's downward spiral after that moment and it made for some seriously comical moments. Was it Monica or Rachel that made this statement?
Was it Monica or Rachel that screamed out, "Damn all the jellyfish!" while at the beach?
There weren't a huge majority of episodes of Friends where the cast went to a different locale since the majority of the series was filmed surrounding Monica and Rachel's apartment. Yet, the whole gang went to the beach at the end of Season 3 and the storyline continued into Season 4. While at the beach, there were a number of stressful situations surrounding the main characters. Yet, there were some that really equaled up to some seriously humorous moments. In one outing out by the water, one of the characters was stung by a jellyfish. This was extremely painful and it caused one of the characters to lash out at all of the jellyfish in response. Was it Monica or Rachel that screamed out, "Damn all the jellyfish!" while at the beach?
Was it Monica or Rachel that made this statement?
Both Monica Geller and Rachel Green have struggled with the expectations set forth for them for their future. Rachel was introduced into the series as a runaway bride that wanted to branch out on her own and Monica was always fighting against the notion that her brother was favored by her parents. Monica seemed like a disappointment in comparison and was often seen trying to earn her parent's approval. The same can be said about Rachel since she was completely financially dependent on her parents in the beginning of the series, which would have turned into being financially dependent on her husband. When trying to explain her situation, one of the characters made the analogy that she was being told that she was a shoe. Was it Monica or Rachel that made this statement?
Was it Monica or Rachel that made this comment about a former lover's habits in bed?
One of the reasons why the Friends sitcom was such a huge hit with TV audiences is the way it would make even the most difficult situations turn into a hilarious skit. While lashing out after an argument, people can tend to say some horrible things to try and hurt the other person. Yet, this comment was something that was more generalized and came off as truly funny. It referenced the deepest, darkest fear that some men can have about impotence but it was done in such a hilarious way. The recipient of this comment didn't quite think it was funny but it definitely garnered a huge amount of laughter from the audience. Was it Monica or Rachel that made this comment about a former lover's habits in bed?
Was it Monica or Rachel that made this statement?
Both Monica Geller and Rachel Green have had to go through some tumultuous times throughout their time on the Friends series. While both of them ultimately found their paths in life and were able to call themselves truly successful in their professional careers, it wasn't always smooth sailing for either of them. From Rachel's time working as a struggling waitress to Monica's difficulties in the restaurant world, neither one of them had an easy time of finding the position that was the perfect fit for them. This particular quote was taken when one of them was trying to explain their situation to Joey. While it was a difficult time for her, it was quite comical for fans of the show. Was it Monica or Rachel that made this comment?
Was it Monica or Rachel that made this comment to try and cheer up Chandler?
One of the reasons why the Friends sitcom was such a hit with fans was because of the chemistry between the actors and the great relationships that were portrayed on the show. While there were a number of romantic relationships amongst the main characters, the core of the show surrounded around their friendships. They were always extremely supportive of one another and tried to uplift one another during their most difficult times. This particular quote was spoken during an episode where Chandler felt particularly insecure about his comedic skills. There was someone else that was said to be the "funniest person" one of the other characters had ever met, which caused Chandler to feel extremely insecure. Was it Monica or Rachel that made this comment to try and cheer up Chandler?
Was it Monica or Rachel that made this comment during the poker game?
While Monica is known for having the most competitive nature when it comes to all of the cast of characters from the Friends sitcom, everyone else also had their fair share of competitiveness. Much of the competitiveness seemed to be with each other and was often between the boys and girls in the gang. Early on in the series, there was an infamous poker game that really brought out the competitive spirit amongst the cast. At the time, Rachel was really down in the dumps and Monica was always ready to win a game she was partaking in so this quote might be a little bit tricky. Yet, anyone that is a true fan of the series will remember who said this famous quote. Was it Monica or Rachel that made this comment during the poker game?
Was it Monica or Rachel that made this statement?
Both Monica and Rachel had their moments of being a tad insecure throughout their various romantic relationships on the show but they also grew more self confident. Rachel may have started out as a struggling waitress that couldn't even get a coffee order straight but she eventually evolved into a successful figure in the world of fashion. The same can be said about Monica since she struggled to find her way in the restaurant world and had a number of relationship blunders that didn't help to build her self worth. Yet, both Rachel and Monica began to finally realize that they were a great catch to the opposite sex and this quote was taken during a moment of extreme confidence. Was it Monica or Rachel that made this comment?
Was it Monica or Rachel that made this extremely romantic quote during the series?
While the Friends series first started out with a group of characters simply interacting as platonic friends, it eventually evolved to include a number of romantic relationships. Although Phoebe and Joey never wound up getting together, both Rachel and Monica were able to find their significant others within their little gang of friends. It is said that the best romantic partnerships come when the couple starts out as friends so it shouldn't be surprising that these relationships would be strong enough to capture the attention of the audience. People loved seeing Chandler and Monica realizing their love for one another and the relationship between Rachel and Ross seemed like the driving force of the show. Was it Monica or Rachel that made this extremely romantic quote during the series?
Was it Monica or Rachel that left the voice mail message about closure?
While the relationship themes that were portrayed throughout the Friends series are still relevant by today's standards, some of the other elements of the show are a bit dated. With the series running from 1994 to 2004, it's not just the fashion that suffers in the episodes. In one particular scene, one of the characters is forced to borrow someone else's cell phone when they want to make an important phone call at a restaurant. It's interesting to even think that none of the main characters on the show had their own cell phone at a particular time. Yet, she probably should have waited to make that call because she wound up leaving an incredibly embarrassing phone message. Was it Monica or Rachel that left the voicemail message about closure?
Was it Monica or Rachel that called themselves a slut?
While all of the females within the cast of characters in Friends are considered beloved by TV audiences, it's interesting to think about all of the different men they have let into their beds throughout the entire series. Rachel went through a string of boyfriends in between her one-again/off-again relationship with Ross, Monica had some questionable relationships while working in the restaurant industry and Phoebe seemed to constantly find new men to warm her bed. Yet, none of these characters were thought of as particularly promiscuous or unworthy of finding love. In fact, TV audiences were constantly rooting for them to ultimately meet their dream men and get their much-deserved happy ending. This particular quote wasn't actually said in the regular storyline but was taken as part of an alternate reality. Was it Monica or Rachel that called themselves a slut?
Was it Monica or Rachel that made this statement?
To some extent, almost every woman feels the need to try and please people. From trying to appear as the best hostess to putting far too much on their plate so that no one else is inconvenienced in the slightest, it can be extremely difficult to make it look like everything is under control. Both Monica and Rachel have had their moments where they have gone out of their way to try and please others so this quote may be a tad tricky. There was even a time when Rachel took up smoking in order to appear more relatable to her boss but she was also trying to get a leg up in her career as well. Was it Monica or Rachel that made this comment?
Was it Monica or Rachel that made this statement?
Some of the funniest storylines within the Friends sitcom have come from some seriously poor decisions made by the main cast of characters. Both Monica and Rachel have made some bum decisions throughout the series so it can be difficult to pinpoint which one of them finally just completely gave up. In one particular episode, this character completely lost faith in herself in her own decision making skills and decided to put all of her choices out of her own hands. She gave this awesome responsibility to one of the other characters in the cast and tried to go the entire episode without doing things the way she would normally do them. Yet, she wasn't able to maintain this and at the end, she took the decision making responsibility back. Was it Monica or Rachel that made this quote?
Was it Monica or Rachel that made this statement?
While Rachel and Monica may be completely different, that doesn't stop them from being best friends. Anyone that has spent that much time together over the years, can definitely agree that there are some elements of differing personalities that can rub off on another person. Rachel may have started out as a tad scatterbrained but she ultimately became very organized and strategic when it came to her job. She also changed greatly once she became a mother. Conversely, Monica was able to let go a little bit after being around Rachel and being able to lean on Chandler over the years. So, it can be a little tricky trying to decide whether or not it was Rachel or Monica that made a comment about the timeline of when to have fun. Was it Monica or Rachel that made this statement?
Was it Monica or Rachel that made this statement?
While Rachel and Monica both ended the Friends series in happy relationships, that doesn't mean that they didn't have difficult moments. Rachel and Ross were famous for their on-again/off-again romance and Chandler and Monica had major issues surrounding his problems with commitment. In Chandler's defense, his tumultuous childhood had a lot to do with his commitment issues and Monica wasn't exactly the easiest person to deal with regarding her neurotic behavior. TV audiences were constantly rooting for Rachel and Ross to ultimately make things work but there always seemed to be something standing in the way of allowing their relationship to go the distance. This quote was taken during a particularly difficult time in one of their relationships and it was one of the harshest comments ever made. Was it Monica or Rachel that made this statement?
Was it Monica or Rachel that made this statement?
While TV audiences felt a bit sad for Ross during the beginning of the series because of his dissolved marriage, things eventually turned once he continued to head down the aisle only for it to end in divorce. After a while, it started to become a running gag regarding Ross and his many divorces and everyone joined in on the joke. Many of the main characters liked to throw in a few jabs regarding his ever-changing marital status and the way he would jump to pop the question. This quote was taken when the gang started to discuss a new relationship that Ross was having and there was a joke about whether or not she already had a wedding dress lined up. Was it Monica or Rachel that made this statement?
Was it Monica or Rachel that made the statement about other women tending not to like her?
Women are often characterized as being catty but that has never been the case with the main female characters in the Friends series. Phoebe, Monica, and Rachel have always been hugely supportive of one another and have always wanted them to be the best version of themselves. While there have been a few instances where they've had conflict with each other, they never actually disliked one another because of their individual success. Yet, that hasn't always been true about some of the other female characters on the show. In fact, Rachel's own sister tried to spark up a relationship with Ross in order to get back at her and there have been a number of other girlfriends that didn't exactly get along with everyone on the show. Was it Monica or Rachel that made the statement about other women tending not to like her?
Was it Monica or Rachel that made this statement?
One of the best storylines in the Friends series revolved around Joey and Chandler claiming that they knew the girls better than the girls knew the boys. It started off with Rachel going on a shopping trip and the boys being able to guess every item in her grocery bag but it ultimately ended with a huge contest of trivia. The stakes continued to rise as the group became more and more competitive and Monica and Rachel quickly found themselves at each other's throats. They wound up having to switch apartments with the boys and Monica even lost their mattresses. During an argument between Monica and Rachel, there was someone that said, "That's right! You do what the hand says!" Was it Monica or Rachel that made this comment?
Was it Monica or Rachel that worked at this venue and made this unfortunate comment?
Both Monica and Rachel have had to work a myriad of odd jobs throughout the Friends series and not all of them have been advantageous to their career goals. From the local coffee shop to trying to cook for someone that was high on marijuana, both of these characters definitely paid their dues while trying to obtain their goals in their professional careers. During one career slump, one of these characters had to work at a diner with a theme. The character was forced to wear a blonde wig and giant, fake breasts as part of their work uniform. This caused the character to have to call out, "Has anybody seen my left boob?" Was it Monica or Rachel that worked at this venue and made this unfortunate comment?
Was it Rachel or Monica that made this statement about the uterus?
When it comes to having children, Monica and Rachel were in two very different situations. Monica had difficulty even getting Chandler to engage in a conversation about having children and when she finally got him to come around, the two of them realized that they would have major difficulties conceiving. On the other hand, Rachel wound up having a baby with Ross, even though the two of them were no longer in a serious romantic relationship. This accidental pregnancy became a huge storyline in the series and the birth was filled with a number of surprises. With both of these women going through a tumultuous time regarding their ability to give birth, only a true Friends fan can remember who actually said this particular quote. Was it Rachel or Monica that made this statement about the uterus?
Was it Monica or Rachel that made this statement about starting up a relationship again?
With Monica and Rachel both engaging in tumultuous relationships throughout the Friends series, it can be difficult to decipher which one of these characters actually made the comment, "Just so you know... with us... it's never off the table." Ross and Rachel seemed to be in a constant loop of starting a relationship and trying to get over one another and Monica also had her fair share of heartbreak. Although Monica ultimately made it work with Chandler, there was a time when Richard seemed like the man that she was supposed to be with. It was extremely difficult for her to get over Richard and he seemed to keep popping back into her life in a way that made fans wonder whether or not the two would ultimately make it down the aisle. Was it Monica or Rachel that made this statement about starting up a relationship again?
Was it Monica or Rachel that made this comment?
While the gang often mocked Ross for his numerous failed marriages, that wasn't the only thing that made him a huge target. From his "Unagi" ability to his dancing skills, it seemed like Ross kept giving his friends ammunition with every turn. While the rest of the world seemed to really respect Ross for his contribution to his field, his friends weren't exactly thrilled to hear about that aspect of his life. His experience as a paleontologist was often portrayed as an embarrassment and was even referenced when Brad Pitt guest starred on the show. Pitt's character, Will, made a hilarious comment about how funny it was that they used to be so much into dinosaurs. It shouldn't be surprising that one of the characters made the sarcastic comment, "Oh. Good. Another dinosaur story." Was it Monica or Rachel that made this comment?
Was it Monica or Rachel that made this statement?
Throughout the Friends series, the gang has traveled to a variety of different places. Joey once went on location to shoot a film (that later turned out to be a dud that forced him to dress in a Roman soldier's costume at a local casino) and they even went to London to attend the wedding of Ross and Emily. Although Phoebe wasn't able to travel with them due to her pregnancy, Phoebe was able to go with them to the beach and take her infamous cab on road trips. Chandler had a travel storyline for quite some time when his job relocated him and he had to keep commuting back and forth in order to spend time with Monica that didn't want to move. Yet, the biggest travel storyline came towards the end of the series. Was it Monica or Rachel that made this statement?
Was it Monica or Rachel that made this statement about a particular hairstyle that they were trying during the Friends series?
With Monica and Rachel being portrayed by two of the most beautiful actresses in Hollywood at the time, it should come as no surprise that there would be a huge emphasis on their looks and hairstyles. Women infamously ran out to get "The Rachel" hairstyle during the beginning of the series and it seemed like each new season showed these two characters evolving to become even more attractive in the eyes of TV audiences. With both Monica and Rachel having a huge fan base, it's difficult to know which one of them made the comment, "You're just jealous because your hair can't do this." Was it Monica or Rachel that made this statement about a particular hairstyle that they were trying during the Friends series?
Was it Monica or Rachel that made this statement?
With both Monica and Rachel going through difficult relationships, each of them have gone through times of complete desperation about their personal lives. They've both felt hopeless about their chances at finding true love and they've both had moments where they truly wondered whether or not they would find their prince charming. Yet, the comment, "Maybe I should just forget about it. Become a lesbian or something," was made in not a serious moment. Instead, it was actually used in order to try and distract someone and stall them from a specific event. It can be extremely difficult to distract someone when they're set on a specific goal but commenting on changing sexual preference should definitely do the trick. Was it Monica or Rachel that made this statement?